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Mean Well RSD-200B-48 DC-DC Converter - 201.6W - 16.8~31.2V in 48V out 4.2A

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SKU RSD-200B-48
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Overview

RSD-200B-48 is the 48V output model of this series: rated current 4.2A, rated power 201.6W, typical efficiency 89%.

Features

  • Compliance to BS EN/EN50155 and BS EN/EN45545-2 railway standard
  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature / Input reverse polarity
  • 4000VDC I/O isolation
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Half encapsulated
  • Built-in constant current limiting circuit
  • 1U low profile 40mm
  • All using 105℃ long life electrolytic capacitors
  • LED indicator for power on
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • 3 years warranty

Specifications

RSD-200B-48Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-07-18 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
48V
RATED CURRENT
4.2A
CURRENT RANGE
0 ~ 4.2A
RATED POWER
201.6W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
180mVp-p
VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
±2.0%
LINE REGULATION
±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION
±1.0%
SETUP, RISE TIME
800ms, 50ms at full load
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
Please refer to page 3 Hold up Time( Load de-rating curve )

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE CONTINUOUS
16.8 ~ 31.2VDC
VOLTAGE RANGE 1 SEC.
14.4 ~ 33.6VDC
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
89%
DC CURRENT (Typ.)
9.6A/24V
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
45A/24VDC
INTERRUPTION OF VOLTAGE SUPPLY
EN50155:2021-Comply with S1 level

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD
105 ~ 135% rated output power Protection type : Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE
55.2 ~ 64.8V Protection type : Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE
Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-40 ~ +55℃ (no derating) ; +70℃ @ 60% load by free air convection ; +70℃ no derating with external base plate, TX class compliance
WORKING HUMIDITY
5 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP.
-40 ~ +85℃
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
± 0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃ )
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 10min./1cycle, 60min. each along X, Y, Z axes ; Mounting : compliance to IEC61373
OPERATING ALTITUDE
5000 meters

SAFETY & EMC (Note 4)

SAFETY STANDARDS
UL 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, AS/NZS 62368-1, EAC TP TC 004 approved, Design refer to BS EN/EN62368-1
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:4KVDC I/P-FG:2.5KVDC O/P-FG:2.5KVDC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION
Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Conduction Emission: Class A, Radiation Emission: Class B, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8, BS EN/EN55035, light industry level, EAC TP TC 020
RAILWAY STANDARD
BS EN/EN50155 / IEC60571 including IEC61373 for shock & vibration, BS EN/EN50121-3-2 for EMC ;BS EN/EN45545-2 for fire protection

OTHERS

MTBF
2125.5K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 218.2K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
191*86*40mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
0.94Kg; 12pcs/12.3Kg/0.73CUFT
Test conditions and notes6
  1. 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 24,48,110VDC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  2. 2. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1μF & 47μF parallel capacitor.
  3. 3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
  4. 4. The power supply is considered a component which will be installed into a final equipment. All the EMC tests are been executed by mounting the unit on a 360mm*360mm metal plate with 1mm of thickness. The final equipment must be re-confirmed that it still meets EMC directives. For guidance on how to perform these EMC tests, please refer to “EMI testing of component power supplies.” (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf )
  5. 5. Strongly recommended that external output capacitance should not exceed 5000uF. (Only for: RSD-200-12)
  6. 6. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).

Technical drawings

RSD-200B-48 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
RSD-200B-48 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
RSD-200B-48 Input Under-Voltage Protection
Input Under-Voltage Protection
RSD-200B-48 Hold-up Time
Hold-up Time
RSD-200B-48 Efficiency vs Load & Vin Curve
Efficiency vs Load & Vin Curve
RSD-200B-48 Overload Protection
Overload Protection
RSD-200B-48 LOAD(%)
LOAD(%)
RSD-200B-48 R S D - 2 0 0 series
R S D - 2 0 0 series
RSD-200B-48 EN45545-2 Fire Test Conditions
EN45545-2 Fire Test Conditions

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FAQ

Can I use the RSD-200B-48 to power 48V telecom or networking equipment from a low-voltage DC source?

Yes, this model is built for a constant 48V output and can deliver up to 4.2A with a 201.6W rating. Its 16.8 to 31.2VDC continuous input range makes it suitable where a lower-voltage source must be converted to a regulated 48V rail.

Is the RSD-200B-48 suitable for 48V industrial communication devices or edge networking hardware?

It can be used for 48V communication and networking loads that stay within 4.2A and 201.6W. That makes it a practical option for systems needing stable 48V power from a source in the 16.8 to 31.2VDC range.

Can this converter support 48V control equipment in mobile or vibration-prone industrial applications?

It is intended for harsh-duty use, with an operating temperature range of -40°C to +55°C (no derating) and a feature note for withstanding 5G vibration. Those specs support use with 48V control electronics in industrial vehicles or mobile equipment when the load is within 4.2A.

Is the RSD-200B-48 a fit for compact 48V subsystems inside machinery enclosures?

It can be a fit where 48V output is needed up to 4.2A and the available source is 16.8 to 31.2VDC. Its size of 191 × 86 × 40 mm helps in machinery enclosures where power density and space both matter.

How does the RSD-200B-48 compare with the 12V and 24V versions in the same family?

In the RSD-200B series, the 12V model is 200.4W at 16.7A, the 24V model is 201.6W at 8.4A, and the 48V model is 201.6W at 4.2A. They are differentiated by output voltage and corresponding current capacity rather than by major changes in series form factor.

Can the RSD-200B-48 be used in outdoor or temperature-variable environments?

The published operating temperature range is -40°C to +55°C (no derating), extending to +70°C at 60% load by free air convection. No IP rating is listed in the provided specs, so direct exposure to rain, washdown, or dust should be managed by the enclosure rather than assumed from the converter alone.

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Mean Well RSD-200B-48 DC-DC Converter - 201.6W - 16.8~31.2V in 48V out 4.2A
Mean Well

Mean Well RSD-200B-48 DC-DC Converter - 201.6W - 16.8~31.2V in 48V out 4.2A

RSD-200B-48 is the 48V output model of this series: rated current 4.2A, rated power 201.6W, typical efficiency 89%.

Features

  • Compliance to BS EN/EN50155 and BS EN/EN45545-2 railway standard
  • 2:1 wide input range
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature / Input reverse polarity
  • 4000VDC I/O isolation
  • Cooling by free air convection
  • Half encapsulated
  • Built-in constant current limiting circuit
  • 1U low profile 40mm
  • All using 105℃ long life electrolytic capacitors
  • LED indicator for power on
  • 100% full load burn-in test
  • 3 years warranty
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